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10-Day Tour of Changji and Surrounding Areas: A Step-by-Step Guide Is Here

Dear friends! Don’t miss this 10-day travel guide for Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture and nearby areas~ Take the Northern Cable Car to General Mountain to catch a beautiful sunset, experience the winter fairy tale of Nalati, explore the dreamy Twilight Forest of Kuerdening, plus the S21 Desert Highway, Twin Yadan Canyons, Hemu Village, Kanas, the Twin Lakes of Northern Xinjiang… Hurry and save this! . 📒 Itinerary: D1: ✈ Arrive in Urumqi, enjoy 24-hour pick-up service, start your Urumqi CityWalk🚶‍♀️ D2-3: Depart from Urumqi, cross the S21 Desert Highway🛣️, enjoy night skiing or cable car views at General Mountain snowfield🌃, explore Kanas, stay in a wooden cabin in Hemu Scenic Area with a view right outside your window🏡 D4: Wake up naturally in Hemu, enjoy a bonfire party🔥, unlock a tipsy moment, and be enchanted by the Garden of the Gods🌸 D5-7: Depart Hemu, pass by Populus Euphratica River, VIP tour around Sayram Lake🌊, enjoy lakeside prime afternoon tea, cross Guozigou Bridge, visit wintertime Nalati🏞️, stay in Xinyuan County D8-9: Depart Xinyuan County, stroll through the Twilight Forest of Kuerdening🌲, explore the Twin Yadan Canyon landforms, stay in Bole City, revisit Dushanzi Grand Canyon, feel the ancient grandeur🌄, stay at a 5-star hotel in Urumqi D10: After breakfast at the Urumqi hotel, enjoy 24-hour private transfer to the airport✈️, having seen the mountains and rivers, looking forward to the next reunion🌈 . Recommended Attractions: 🏞️ Kanas Scenic Area 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Address: Provincial Road 232, Burqin County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region ⏰ Opening Hours: Unknown ⏳ Suggested Visit Duration: 1-2 days Legend of the mysterious lake monster, ever-changing lake colors, a must-see👀! 🏡 Hemu Scenic Area 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Address: 7 km east of Hemu Village, Hemu Hanas Mongolian Ethnic Township, Burqin County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region ⏰ Opening Hours: Unknown ⏳ Suggested Visit Duration: 2-3 days Mountain valleys with quaint wooden cabins scattered beautifully, peaceful and lovely🌲! 🌊 Sayram Lake 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Address: Along National Road 30, Bole City, Bortala Mongol Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region ⏰ Opening Hours: Open all day ⏳ Suggested Visit Duration: 1-2 days Clear blue lake water, blooming wildflowers on the grasslands, breathtaking views🌼! 🏜️ Dushanzi Grand Canyon 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Address: Along National Road 217, Dushanzi District, Karamay City ⏰ Opening Hours: September 1 - December 31, 09:30-20:30 ⏳ Suggested Visit Duration: 2-3 hours Steep cliffs, desert grasslands, experience the wonders of nature’s craftsmanship🌄! . 🌬️【Travel Checklist:】 🧥 Clothing: In December, Changji temperatures start at -10°C, thick down jackets + windproof pants are essential, snow boots with wool socks keep you warmer, choose windproof scarves and gloves. 👒 Accessories: Sunglasses to prevent snow blindness, thermos with hot water to warm your hands anytime, power bank + hand warmers to cope with cold and power drain, folding umbrella for sudden light snow. 🪪 Documents: ID card is a must, student/senior cards for discounts, driver’s license and vehicle registration if self-driving, some cash for areas without signal. . 🎉 Friends, pack your bags and join the group tour to Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture and nearby areas for an amazing dreamy adventure!
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